Position:                   Assistant Learning Mentor         

Salary:                       Grade 4 – NJC 7 – 12

                                    FTE: £25,584 - £27,711

                                    Pro Rata: £15,158.92 - £16,779.27        

Location:                   The Chapel House, Hillsborough Barracks, Langsett Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire,                                                       S6 2LW           

Contract type:          Part Time - 25 hours per week, Term time only, plus 5 days.

Contract term:         Permanent

Closing date:             9:00am - Monday 2nd June 2025

Interview date:         Week commencing 9th June 2025

About Us

Becton School provides hospital education within Sheffield and is part of Nexus Multi-Academy Trust. Every day we make a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community, all of whom have some form of medical need. These vary from chronic and complex mental health disorders through to a wide variety of acute medical conditions. Becton School is a unique, complex, caring and wonderful place where we are proud of our reputation with children and families, other professionals, agencies and Sheffield Local Authority.

About the Trust

Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016 and has the highest ambitions possible for everyone we work with. We are a forward thinking and innovative Trust with collaboration, enrichment and improvement enshrined within our day to day practice ensuring that learners and their families are always at the centre of what we do.

The vision for Nexus is that we are constantly “Learning together, to be the best we can be.” This vision is what we aspire to and is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families. You can find out more at: www.nexusmat.org

Our Opportunity

We are seeking an individual with strong child-centred values, resilience and a proven ability to develop relationships with young people and their families in order to break down barriers to learning and enable them to re-engage with education.

The candidate needs to have experience of working with young people with SEND and or mental health needs.

What you can expect

• An exciting opportunity to join a growing academy with Becton School
• An opportunity to join colleagues who will make you proud to be part of our state education system
• Access to tailored CPD through Nexus Academies Trust and the Opportunity Area which includes pathways into Initial Teaching Training
• Working within an award winning MAT who pride themselves on having friendly and supportive academies who together are helping to transform communities

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an application form which can be downloaded from our website,

https://www.becton.sheffield.sch.uk/page/?title=Application+Form&pid=67

Completed application forms are to be returned via email to Sarah Bevan on Becton@nexusmat.org.

Applications are welcomed from candidates in all educational settings (including in primary or secondary mainstream schools) who can demonstrate knowledge of special educational needs. The ability to drive and have your own car with business insurance is required for this role.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Further information

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit Chapel House to find out more information.

For an informal conversation about the vacancy or to arrange a visit please contact Lucy Cutts at lcutts@nexusmat.org or on 07864611414

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service can be found at,

www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.